Top 10 Carlsbad

TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN CARLS BAD

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1. Legoland California Resort

Inside Legoland you will find more than 60 rides, shows and attractions . Kids can enter a world of knights and princesses, drive their own cars and make new friends. The resort is also home to the Legoland Water Park, and next door is the wonder-filled Sea Life Aquarium.

2. Carlsbad Art Crawl

The Carlsbad Art Wall project invites a different artist every two months to paint a colorful mural on the east facing wall of Señor Grubby’s in Carlsbad Village. The mural has become a city staple.

3. Discover Local Wildlife

Located on Faraday Avenue and Cannon Road, the Discovery Center offers exhibits including archeological digs, aquariums, a live observation bee hive, aquaponics, butterfly corner and hiking trails for everyone to explore.

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4. Go Cruising

Hop on your bike or e-bike for an epic ride. Feel the sea breeze in your face and look at the shimmering ocean, while checking out Carlsbad’s beautiful beaches. Don’t have a bike of your own? Head over to Pedego Electric Bikes Carlsbad to get you started.

5. Sand Between Your Toes

In case you didn’t know, South Ponto Beach is one of the widest beaches in the county. Coast Highway 101 hugs the shoreline here, with Batiquitos Lagoon on the other side of the highway. You can swim, surf, sunbathe or play beach volleyball.

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6. Fun at Agua Hedionda Lagoon

There’s no shortage of fun in Carlsbad. Relax on the water while enjoying the nice ocean breeze. The lagoon is open for boating, sailing, windsurfing, and fishing. But kayaking is one of the most popular activities. Check out California Water Sports for motorized and non-motorized rentals.

9. The Museum of Making Music

Need a break from the sun? The Museum of Making Music lets visitors interactively discover the making of music, musical instruments and gear from 1900 to today. Live concerts & events too.

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7. Shop ’Til You Drop...

...at any or all of Carlsbad’s three shopping hubs: Carlsbad Premium Outlets, the newly renovated The Shoppes at Carlsbad, The Forum Carlsbad and the Village. Find the latest trends on fashion and the perfect gift to take back home.

8. Green Dragon Tavern & Museum

Celebrate our country’s heritage and reconnect with our founders. Focused on colonial-American history, the Green Dragon Tavern & Museum showcases authentic original documents and features still prevalent innovations and perspectives of those who shaped our country.

10. Hit the Greens

Carlsbad is home to four great golf courses, including former PGA and current LPGA venues. Two of them are located at beautiful resorts: Park Hyatt Aviara Resort, Golf Club & Spa and Omni La Costa Resort & Spa. But check out The Crossings at Carlsbad for scenic views and Rancho Carlsbad Golf Course for a shorter course.

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